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Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 remains on course to match Baldur's Gate 3's GOTY record as it secures GDC win and…
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is on track to replicate Baldur's Gate 3's historic achievement of winning all five major 'Big Five' game awards. The game has already secured a win at the Game Developers Choice Awards and is a contender for the remaining accolades, including the upcoming BAFTA Games Awards.
The Best Way To Watch Fallout On Prime Is Getting More Expensive
Prime Video is increasing the monthly cost for its ad-free subscription tier from $3 to $5 starting April 10, rebranding it as "Prime Video Ultra." This new tier will offer 4K streaming, up to five concurrent streams, and 100 downloads, while the standard ad-supported plan remains unchanged. The price hike comes as Amazon invests further into the service, which also hosts popular shows like Fallout and upcoming series based on God of War and Tomb Raider.
A Lego PlayStation might be coming this Christmas, and with 9 months to go, I'm already asking Santa for it
A leak suggests Lego is developing a new building set based on the original PlayStation console and controller, featuring over 1,900 bricks. Scheduled for a December release, this set would join other bricked consoles like the Nintendo Entertainment System and Atari 2600. The article speculates about potential PlayStation classic easter eggs within the build.
Alanah Addresses God of War's Sex Scenes
Former Sony Santa Monica writer Alanah Pearce has discussed the sex minigames featured in the earlier God of War titles. Pearce, who worked on God of War Ragnarök, provided insights into the inclusion of such content in the series.
Alanah Addresses God of War's Sex Scenes
Players are discussing the direction of Sony Santa Monica's upcoming projects, with some expressing confusion over a potential God of War prequel while director Corey Barlog works on a separate, unannounced title. Concerns are raised about Sony's reliance on established franchises versus developing new intellectual property.
Steam Machine could be partly to blame for PlayStation's reported plans to step back from PC, Bluepoint dev suggests, and it'd be ironic if "Valve ultimately ended up winning the console war"
A Bluepoint Games developer suggests that the rise of the Steam Machine might be influencing Sony's reported decision to reduce PC ports of its single-player titles. This move is seen as ironic, as Valve's Steam Machine could potentially offer a superior experience by combining console simplicity with the breadth of PC gaming, leading to Valve potentially winning the console war.
How to Play God of War Games in Chronological Order: Kratos Full Story
This guide details how to play the God of War games in chronological order to follow Kratos's full story. The narrative spans over twenty years across multiple video game titles in the series.
How to Play God of War Games in Chronological Order: Kratos’ Full Story
This article discusses the chronological order of the God of War games and explores community discussions around potential future titles. Players are debating the direction of Sony Santa Monica's next project, with some hoping for a new IP and others speculating about a God of War prequel or spin-off.
Sony is reportedly testing dynamic pricing on its PlayStation storefront that changes the price tag of over 190 games
Sony is reportedly testing dynamic pricing on the PlayStation Store, with prices changing for over 190 games across more than 70 regions since November 2025. The experiment, which includes first-party titles and some third-party games, offers personalized discounts that can be significantly deeper than standard sale prices, particularly in the US market.
God of War's infamous sex minigames were actually "designed by women", former Sony Santa Monica writer Alanah Pearce reveals
Former Sony Santa Monica writer Alanah Pearce revealed that the controversial sex minigames in the early God of War titles were largely designed by women, with one chamber explicitly designed to resemble a labia. Pearce believes these minigames should be included in upcoming remakes, arguing they are critical of Kratos's character and serve his narrative journey.
Don Daglow and Rebecca Ann Heineman to be honored at 2026 GDCAs
Don Daglow and Rebecca Ann Heineman will be honored at the 2026 Game Developers Choice Awards. The article also discusses Sony's shift towards live service games, leading to the cancellation of multiple projects, and speculates on the timeline for the PlayStation 6 and upcoming Xbox console.
The craft of voice acting with Jennifer Hale
Voice actress Jennifer Hale's work is discussed in the context of Sony's shift towards live service games, leading to the cancellation of multiple titles. The article also touches upon the speculated release timelines for the PlayStation 6 and Xbox's next-generation console, Project Helix.
Marathon PS5 vs PS5 Pro Comparison
This opinion piece criticizes the constant negativity surrounding video games, particularly live service titles, arguing that many popular games were not initially requested but were created by developers. The author laments the shift from entertaining reactions to "pathetic" hate campaigns against both single-player and live service games, citing examples like God of War and Wolverine.
God of War Sons of Sparta review | Techradar
This review of God of War Sons of Sparta indicates that while the game does not reach the heights of its predecessors, it offers enjoyable stabbing, puzzle-solving, and exploration. The reviewer particularly enjoyed the experience on the PlayStation Portal.
Analys: Playstation-spel på pc går sämre och skälet är (mild chock) senkomna releaser
An analysis suggests Sony's PlayStation games are underperforming on PC due to delayed releases, with PC players representing only 13% of the total player base within three months of a port, compared to 44% for titles launching simultaneously on PC and console. This strategy, unlike earlier successes with Horizon Zero Dawn and God of War, may lead Sony to reduce future PC releases for major single-player titles.
'I'm Pro Sex Minigames': Former God of War Dev Backs PS5 Trilogy Remake to Keep Controversial Minigames
Former Santa Monica Studio developer Alanah Pearce believes the upcoming God of War Trilogy Remake for PlayStation 5 should retain the controversial sex minigames from the original titles. She argued that these minigames were designed by women and are a part of the series' history, contributing to Kratos' character development.
A "new franchise within the God of War universe" is seemingly in development at Santa Monica Studio
Evidence suggests Santa Monica Studio is developing a new franchise within the God of War universe, based on a since-deleted LinkedIn post by a former senior writer. The post detailed contributions to narrative, character development, and lore expansion for the acclaimed IP. This project could potentially be a live-service game or something entirely new, possibly timed with the upcoming Amazon Prime Video God of War series.
Opinion: I Wonder if Xbox Helix Will Force Sony to Break Its PS6 Silence
The announcement of Microsoft's 'Project Helix' has sparked debate about its potential impact on Sony's PlayStation 6 strategy. Despite the PlayStation 5's current success, the author questions why there's more enthusiasm for new Xbox hardware than for Sony's next-gen console. The article speculates on Microsoft's business model and pricing for Project Helix, and whether it will force Sony to break its silence on the PS6.
Sales data indicates Sony's PS5 ports are increasingly losing audience share on PC, but only because of release timing
Analysis from Newzoo suggests Sony's PC ports are losing audience share due to delayed release dates compared to simultaneous multi-platform launches. While PC versions of PlayStation titles typically account for 13% of total players, simultaneous releases see PC contribute around 44%. This trend is observed across various titles, with recent ports showing smaller PC shares than earlier ones.
Sony reportedly halts PlayStation PC ports, while Microsoft unveils Project Helix that plays XBOX and PC games
Sony is reportedly slowing its strategy of releasing PlayStation titles on PC, with some upcoming games expected to remain console-exclusive. Meanwhile, Microsoft has revealed Project Helix, a codename for its next-generation Xbox hardware that is rumored to play both Xbox and PC games, signaling a push for a unified gaming platform.
